Materials Needed

Create Support Structure

Determine the length and width of the bottom of the plastic bin. Next, mark the board to size using a marker, then cut two identical strips for the length and four identical strips for the width. Piece together two length strips and two width strips to create a two-layer rectangle. This will become the support structure for attaching casters. Next, use a drill and wood screws to add pilot holes into all four corners.

Add Casters

Add all four casters to the wood strips using a drill and wood screws.

Secure Support Structure

Place two of the wood strips along the bottom of the plastic bin, then secure them in place with a drill and wood screws directly through the bottom support structure.

Add Casters with Drill

Secure Bottom with Wood Screws

Add Rope Pulls

Unfurl the jute or sisal rope, then cut into two 6-inch strips. Next, use the drill and 3/4-inch paddle bit to add two holes for each of the rope pulls. Knot one end of each rope pull, then insert through one of the drilled holes, securing in place by knotting the opposite end.

Cover Bin in Rope

Cover the plastic bin in jute or sisal rope by wrapping it around the exterior from top to bottom, then securing it in place with hot glue. Allow each layer to slightly overlap the other; this will ensure proper coverage without exposing the plastic.

For an extra layer of texture and color, add a fabric liner to the inside of the bin. This not only adds a more polished look, but it keeps precious items safe and protected, too.

Materials neededplastic storage binhot glue sticksglue gun50-foot spool of jute or sisal rope (one spool per storage bin)drill3/4-inch paddle bit1-inch-by-4-inch pinefour metal casters for each storage bin3-inch wood screwstable sawmeasuring tapemarkerfabric hamper linerStep 1Use measuring tape to determine the width and length of the bottom of the plastic bin. Next, markthe 1-inch-by-4-inch pine to size using marker, then cut two identical strips for the length and fouridentical strips for the width.Piece together two length strips and two width strips to create a two-layer rectangle. This willbecome the support structure for attaching casters. Next, use drill and 3-inch wood screws to addpilot holes into all four corners.Step 2Add all four casters to the width strips using drill and 3-inch wood screws.Step 3Secure two of the width strips along the interior bottom of the plastic bin, then secure them in placewith drill and 3-inch wood screws directly through the bottom support structure. This will keep thesupport structure with the casters in place firmly.Step 4Add holes for rope pulls. Unfurl the jute or sisal rope, then cut into two 6-inch strips. Next, use thedrill and 3/4-inch paddle bit to add two holes for each of the rope pulls.Step 5Knot one end of each rope pull, then insert them through one of the drilled holes, securing them inplace by knotting the opposite end.Step 6Cover the entire exterior surface of the plastic bin by wrapping the jute or sisal rope around it, thensecuring it in place with hot glue. Allow each layer to slightly overlap the other. This will ensureproper coverage without exposing the plastic.

Materials neededplastic storage binhot glue sticksglue gun50-foot spool of jute or sisal rope (one spool per storage bin)drill3/4-inch paddle bit1-inch-by-4-inch pinefour metal casters for each storage bin3-inch wood screwstable sawmeasuring tapemarkerfabric hamper linerStep 1Use measuring tape to determine the width and length of the bottom of the plastic bin. Next, markthe 1-inch-by-4-inch pine to size using marker, then cut two identical strips for the length and fouridentical strips for the width.Piece together two length strips and two width strips to create a two-layer rectangle. This willbecome the support structure for attaching casters. Next, use drill and 3-inch wood screws to addpilot holes into all four corners.Step 2Add all four casters to the width strips using drill and 3-inch wood screws.Step 3Secure two of the width strips along the interior bottom of the plastic bin, then secure them in placewith drill and 3-inch wood screws directly through the bottom support structure. This will keep thesupport structure with the casters in place firmly.Step 4Add holes for rope pulls. Unfurl the jute or sisal rope, then cut into two 6-inch strips. Next, use thedrill and 3/4-inch paddle bit to add two holes for each of the rope pulls.Step 5Knot one end of each rope pull, then insert them through one of the drilled holes, securing them inplace by knotting the opposite end.Step 6Cover the entire exterior surface of the plastic bin by wrapping the jute or sisal rope around it, thensecuring it in place with hot glue. Allow each layer to slightly overlap the other. This will ensureproper coverage without exposing the plastic.

Looking for a pretty place to stash small kitchen items or herbs? Create cute, custom utensil holders with a few recycled tins cans. Spray paint and craft tape will gussy them up, and S-hooks will keep them hanging in place on a towel bar.